Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin in Yambol

The Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin in Yambol is pristine and a popular place for visitors. Well maintained and the cleanest church I have seen to date it is a pleasure visiting especially if the sun is shining.

 

Tulips Galore in Yambol

 Wherever you look there seem to be tulips blooming all over Yambol right now, indeed tulips galore! I don't remember as many last year so a bumper year it seems for tulips.

Pansies Out in Bloom in Yambol Centre

 this very neat and tidy mini garden is full of blooming pansies in Yambol. It is good that the time and effort is made tending these features in the centre of Yambol.

Ful Frontal View of the Eski Mosque in Yambol

 One of the main attractions and significant landmarks in Yambol is the Eski Mosque attended by Muslims in the area every Friday.

The Easter Bunny Has Arrived in Yambol

 With a week to go before Easter, Yambol has a new visitor, the Easter Bunny. It is forever swarmed with folk taking pictures on their mobile phones with children having great fun running around it.

Georgi Rakovski Remembered in Yambol

 Every year Georgi Rakovski is remembered in Yambol and a wreath is put up by his bust on the local library wall. This year is no exception.

Yambol Rakia on the Dinner Table

 Rakia made in Yambol is sitting on the family dinner table in Yambol alongside traditional Balkan foods. A common situation every evening in Bulgaria

A Camel Seen on the Outskirts of Yanbol

 An unusual sight greeted me today as I saw a camel grazing on the outskirts of Yambol. There must be a touring circus close by I guess.

New Grapevines Growing on a Yambol Doorstep

 I'm not surprised to see new grapevines being grown in Yambol. They are expensive to buy in the market and easy to do it yourself. These have works looking at the new buds sprouting.

Tomato Seedlings Seen in a Yambol Greenhouse

 Thousands of people in Yambol will have tomato seedlings on the go ready to put out when the warm weather arrives. With the price of tomatoes in shops high, it is no wonder.

Freshly Baked Banitsa in a Yambol Home

 This is a common sight in many Yambol homes, namely a freshly baked banitsa made early in the morning and tasty breakfast in waiting.

The Kastaki Popovich Statue in Yambol

 Kostaki Popovich (1821 - 1876) was an awakener and main contributor to the Bulgarian Literary Society, on its seal the organ "Periodical Magazine" and on the newspapers "Bulgarian Bee" and "Law", donor of the Bulgarian school in Yambol. ~Hence his statue in place in Yambol

Walkway Into The Heart of Yambol

This is the start of Georgi Rakovski Street which is pedestrianised and leads right through to the heart of Yambol. Well used by walkers, skateboarders and cyclists. 

 

Retro Children's Playground in Yambol

 This little children's playground in Yambol has been here for decades which turns it into a retro style with the time elapsed. Still as strong as it was when first welded together.

Another New Park Gym in Yambol

Over the last few years, there have been outdoor gyms popping up all over the place in Yambol. This is another one in the park near the main hospital in Yambol. I hardly see anyone using it though.

 

General Vladimir Zaimov Statue in Yambol

Vladimir Stoyanov Zaimov was a Bulgarian officer. During the Second World War he was against Bulgaria's participation in the Tripartite Pact . He worked as a Soviet spy in Bulgaria, for which he was convicted and shot. His statue stands here today

Bridge Over Yambol's River Tundzha

 A popular meeting place for people is the bridge over Yambol's River Tundzha. Either end of the bridge is a great place to linger, have a coffee and cigarette and take in the view of the water feature flowing past under the bridge.

Yambol City Centre Ahead

 Heading towards Ysmbol City Centre after a long walk through the calm nature and beauty of the City Park. And always a reminder of where we are passing the fluttering Bulgarian flag.

Currently Mainly Blue Flowerbeds in Yambol City Park

 Although mainly blue in colour in these flowerbeds, this will be short-lived as they are replaced often throughout the year to give other colours a showing. No matter what it makes the walk past an event enjoyed.

Tree Barbers in Yambol City Park

 Tree barbers in Yambol City Park have left their trademark on this tree. It looks lonely and helpless, but will thrive on new growth in due course.

Dry Fountain in Yambol City Park

 Every so often this fountain is dry whilst maintenance is being made. Today is one of those days, but it still retains a magical atmosphere.

A Healthy Bush Tree in Yambol City Park

 There are many workers that maintain Yambol City Park so it is no surprise to see healthy trees and shrubs. This bush tree is a fine example.

Brand New Tarmac Path South of Yambol's City Park

Just south of Yambol City Park is a brand new footpath leading toward the town centre parallel with the River Tundzha. A very pleasant change from walking through puddle-filled potholes prior to this.

Yambol Sports Stadium Main Entrance

 Although it looks deserted, the sports stadium in Yambol is used by local sporting groups and as a training venue and match location for the football team. It needs an uplift, but where is the investment coming from?

Escape Route To and From the Sports Stadium in Yambol

 It is locked up currently but this entrance/exit to the sports stadium in Yambol is used often during sporting events where the entrance fee is free.

The Redundant Empire Nightclub in Yambol

 The Empire Nightclub used to be a top-rate place for DJ and VIP events. Such a shame time have taken their toll on this place. Many a time I have danced my way through to the early hour of the morning in this place.

This is The Golden Horn Area in Yambol

 A big residential area in the Southwest region of Yambol is The Golden Horn. Apart from the Tundzha Hotel, it probably has the tallest building block in Yambol.

The Dry River Tundzha Running into Yambol

 This scene of a dry River Tundzha heading into Yambol has become a common sight in recent years. Unless there are very heavy rains to a flooding point it will contiue.

Bridge Over the River Tundzha in Yambol

 All bridges in Yambol are painted yellow and green, the colour of Yambol's emblem. This one is near and leads to the area of Golden Horn.

St. George's Church Bell Tower in Yambol

 Again a clear blue sky this impressive shot is of St. George's Church bell tower. It can be seen from afar with the height it is given.